Ask VIdeoMD.com: Is thsere a clinical designation for sex addiction. Given the recent news of multiple celebrities being treated for sexual addiction, the question is asked "is sexual addiction a real disease, or is it being used as a cover. Alhough there is not a true clinical designation for sexual addiction, mental health experts do recognize that it can cause problems in your life, and it can be treated sucessfully with some form of therapy. Question courtesy of HealthEagle.com